Second leg switched to next Monday

Leicester’s home leg of the play-off with Sheffield was due to take place tonight but has now been switch to Monday evening.

This early decision has been taken after consultation with GoSpeed’s Terry Russell and BT Sport to minimise inconvenience with rain expected.

“It’s a mutual thing, we’ve had a great season on BT Sport and this is a big meeting, so we don’t want to risk fans on the night and TV viewers watching a meeting in poor conditions and risk not going the distance,” said Russell.

“I’ve spoken to BT Sport, Leicester and Sheffield, and everyone is happy with the decision.

“I now look forward to rounding off a good season of entertainment with BT Sport for British speedway next Monday.

“This is a classic case of speedway working in the best interests of everyone.”

Russell added: “We are concerned by the Leicester weather forecast for Wednesday and my thanks go to all parties concerned.”